Corajoso Bull Terriers

Health Tests

Core Tests(1/1)

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Corajoso Bull Terriers conducts 1 out of 1 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Bull Terrier.

Kidney Disease

Genetic Test

Bull Terriers can suffer from a genetic form of kidney disease called Bull Terrier Polycystic… Read more

Corajoso Bull Terriers conducts 4 additional tests available for the Bull Terrier.

Congenital Deafness (BAER)

Physical Test

Inherited deafness is common in specific breeds such as Dalmatians and Bull Terriers. Merle coat patterns and white coat colour can also be linked to deafness. It is recommended breeders of at-risk breeds or coat colours have the puppies checked with a Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER) test at around 6 weeks old, before they go to new homes.

Heart Certificate

Physical Test

A heart certificate indicates that a breeding dog has been screened for heart disease such as DCM or MMVD. Auscultation alone is only accepted as a screening method if performed by a veterinary cardiologist or a GP vet certifying an OFA Basic Cardiac Screen. Echocardiography is an accepted screening method via GP or cardiologist.

Lethal Acrodermatitis (LAD)

Genetic Test

Lethal Acrodermatitis (LAD) is a serious genetic disease that can affect Bull Terriers and Miniature Bull Terriers. It causes severe skin lesions as well as immune system compromise, causing affected puppies to develop painful lesions on their face and feet which become easily infected. There is now a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this condition.

Patellar Luxation

Physical Test

Dogs affected by patellar luxation have loose kneecaps that may pop in and out of the knee joint, which can be painful and even require surgery. Having a vet examine breeding dogs for patellar luxation can confirm the dog is not affected, and that their puppies are less likely to develop the condition. Patellar luxation is more common in smaller breeds.